Coronado High School - Legend Yearbook (El Paso, TX)

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From Amityville Horror to Just You and Me, Kid, the movie theater’s dominion grew as television’s reign came to an end. Television no longer held the number one position for a Coronadoan’s favorite pastime. “With so many other things that need to be done, it’s hard to find time to watch television,” remarked senior Curtis Thomas. Senior David Pearlmutter attributed TV’s diminishing popularity to the fact that, “TV’s good points are often outweighed by its bad. Watching too much TV allows the mind to stagnate whereas reading a book requires use of the brain.” Sophomore Aletha Phelps saw an additional reason, “The quality of shows is lousy. Watching the trash that comes on is a waste of time.” Other students also felt that the quality in newer TV shows was lacking. This perhaps accounted for the reason that even loyal TV fans preferred older favorites to the season’s newest. Two-year-old Mork and Mindy still captured a large audience. M.A.S.H. remained one of the most widely- watched shows as did Three’s Company, Saturday Night Live and the Tonight Show. Many welcomed the return of Soap and even more greeted the football season which brought with it Monday Night Football. Newer shows that managed to catch the viewing audience’s attention were Trapper John M.D., Soap’s spin-off, Benson, Detective School and Real People. Where TV failed, movie theaters seemed to succeed. Junior Jason Spier commented, “You can’t get involved in a TV show the way you can a movie. It just isn’t the same. Whatever the reason, movies gained popularity. “On a weekend night, g the movies is second only to partyin observed junior David Peterson. Movie-goers had their choice of “flicks.” Alan A1 Seduction of Joe Tynan attracted large crowds. Rocky lovers plus some filled the theaters for Rocky II which starred Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire. Just You and Me Kid with George Burns and Brooke Shields entertained many comedy lovers. “The plot wasn’t involved or thought- provoking. It was simply a comedy and a great one at that. Everyone had their share of laughs,” commented senior Tami Hatch. North Dallas Forty starring Nick Nolte and Mac Davis stood out as a Coronado favorite. “It was great. The movie was interesting but more than that, it was realistic,” commented varsity football player, Mike Mowles. Braver movie-goers could choose from films such as Alien, Halloween, Amityville Horror or When a Stranger Calls. Junior Kim Karotkin remarked, “When a Stranger Calls was terrifying; after seeing it, babysitting is scarier.” Junior Gloria Portugal remarked, “Even though TV isn’t all it once was, I still feel movies and TV are the entertainment we couldn’t do without.” ♦The weekend finds seniors Mark Strathmann and Tami Hatch, sophomore Geralyn Hatch and junior Susan Marks gathering for a movie. 16 the saga

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umm, All the authentic touches of the Old West completed the fashion look of the year. Boots with western stitching, real rawhide belts and, of course, the ever-faithful blue jeans, carried on the western mood. Straight from the West came the fashions of the year, with all the authentic western touches. Everything from Levi’s, Wrangler’s to French brands captured the casual jean look. The western trend stretched into everything like school and dressy affairs to weekend party scenes. Senior Teri Quinones said, 1 liked the plaid shirts. They added a western touch to everything. To accentuate the western attire, rawhide belts and boots proved very versatile. “The boots were really great, they looked relaxed yet classy at the same time, said senior Reisa Overton. Seventeen magazine stated the western belts went with jeans like a cowboy with his horse. The male carried off his image in anything from over- alls to jeans paired off with a western top or a simple cotton t-shirt. Sophomore John Igoe said, “The overalls were so comfortable, and they could he worn just about anywhere.” Boots were the final added touch to the guy’s fashions. Senior Brian Houghton said, The boots look as good on as they feel on your feet. As the cold air set in, corduroy pants crowned with either a velour pull-over or a bulky knit sweater were worn to give a simple yet elegant look. As Glamour put it, People started to out-smart the weather with color and warmth.” Guys were geared up with corduroy or denim slacks played up with a flannel shirt or ski sweater. P'or the more formal approach, the key word in women’s fashion was feminine. The main look in dresses and skirts was focused on the slim, narrow appearance. Deep front, or side slit skirts were an essential article of clothing for the fashion-conscious woman. Newsweek stated, “The prevalent fashion (of slit skirts) brought flashes of the legs back to businesses. Junior Jim Whiting said, The skirts really make a girl look feminine. I think it was a good change from everyday jeans.” The skirts were made of denim, or colored cotton fabrics for a more business-like appearance. Just about any blouse harmonized well with the skirts. The final touch was the strappy sandals which enhanced the feminine look even more. Levi’s and boots were great for a relaxing day of horseback riding, a Sunday frisbee game, or just plain rest. As evening rolled around, the western clothing still looked good for a weekend date or party. Whether the mood was casual or formal, Coronadoans wore the western trend with style. Corduroy pants paired up with casual shirts were commonly seen as shown by junior Richard Myers. {Senior Teri Pollock and junior Karen Bauchert take time out of a busy sched- ule to relax at Cloudview Park. fashion 15

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I.uli- night iminchies brought juniors Linda Craig. David Anderson. Susan Marks and Mike Walker to Swenson's for ice cream sundaes. ♦ Amityville Horror's advertisement warned cus- tomers of terror contained in movie. ly BO Teenagers were not immune to inflation. More and more realized that as they watched the steadily increasing prices of a night out. Junior Albert Gonzalez observed. It's almost impossible to go out with a bunch of friends without spending a lot of money. In 1920, one could enjoy a movie for 25 cents compared to today’s $2.50-$2.75. Their late night munchies could be satisfied with a 5 cent hamburger or frankfurter, a 5 cent soda, a ( cent malted milk shake or a 10 cent ice cream soda. Today teens might spend up to $2.50 on a hamburger and fries depending on where they ate. Six cent malted milk shakes and 10 cent ice cream sodas have been replaced with those costing up to $1.50. Entertainment wouldn’t be the same without a car. In 1924, one could buy a brand new Model T for $290. Today a 1980 Trans Am with few extras cost just over $8000. In 1911, mobile gas pumps roamed the streets selling gas for 11 cents a gallon. In 1928, a more modern method took over—gasoline was sold out of barrels at the general store for 25 cents. In 1980, gas was sold by gas stations out of electronically run pumps for around 98 cents a gallon. High prices or not, entertainment was a way of life that many people weren’t willing to give up. “The cost makes it hard to go out as often as you’d like to but that isn’t going to stop people from going out altogether, junior Virginia Robles remarked. movies t.v. 17